I have tried to make her sit when i see another dog approaching, I have tried treats to get her attention, but as soon as she sees it she goes nuts and she's very strong so pulls like mad, so i have trouble making her stay put. She is really nasty when it comes to other dogs but i don't know why because she has been in the kennels for a long time before i rescued her, but she loves people.
The other day i was walking her and somehow she jumped the lead, tried to attck this poor other dog and ended up on a busy road, luckily there was not a car coming and i managed to controll her. It scared me so much i bought another collar, and it was very embarassing. Does anyone have any good tips on how to get her to ignore other dogs.
2006-11-21 23:41:25 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
When exercising your dog you use a collar and lead,in my expierience when a dog pulls you along to get to its intended target ie:another dog,your dog is restricting its breathing by pulling you along by its throat,this causes the animal to get even more "uncontrollable" and this is not what you and your dog need,first of all a collar with identity disc is required by the law or local councils uk wide even if your animal is microchipped.BUT as a alternative as well as leaving your dogs collar and disc on her,i would recommend you buy a body harness for your dog,1>The dog is not pulling on its throat (windpipe) years of this must damage the dogs throat,not to mention your shoulders and arms,2>The harness gives you more control over your dog, and then if she does pull along she is pulling from her middle back,its easier on her and you aswell. Webbing harnesses are about £10-£20 and your petstore will advise you on the correct size for your dog.My life is that much easier with the harness on my dogs 1 boxer and 1 border collie x,that i would not ever return to just using a collar and lead again ,and only wished i had used harnesses years ago ,lol,as for your dogs behaviour concerning other dogs try a dog training school,and with a harness in use aswell it will make a big difference to you and your dog. Good luck.
2006-11-22 00:20:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, it is not impossible to stop a dog but it takes a lot of work in doing so. Try buying a pinch collar when walking her. Be really firm. If this was my dog. I would have to put to sleep. There is to much of a risk to injurying another dog which would make you libale for a law suit. I know this sounds mean in some way. But you can enjoy a dog with a better behavior than one that has serious problems. It cost as much to care for a good dog as it will a bad. I am sorry I dont have the answer you truely want.
2006-11-21 23:47:13 · answer #2 · answered by Gentle Giant Canines 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Has a guy harm or been nasty on your dogs without your information, possibly somebody has and that they at the instant are not admitting it, i won't be in a position to appreciate why a Labrador could only start to be like this with men, i could have a word with the vet and spot if it ought to be another reason, your very fortunate nevertheless are not black labs the main appealing dogs.
2016-10-22 13:16:28 · answer #3 · answered by mcsweeney 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get yourself a Halti collar or something simular and a handfull of her favorite treats (eg cabanossi, frankfurt, chicken, cheese etc). Being a Lab.. I'm assuming (like most labs) she is very food motivated. When you see a dog approaching attract her attention by feeding her little bits of treats constantly until the person/dog passes & praise her lots. If she stops paying attention to you and tries to go the other dog, try to gain her attention back by putting the food near her nose & big praise/treats if she listens to you. The Halti will stop her from pulling you and if you get a good head collar which is fitted properly she wont be able to pull out of it. Obedience training wouldn't hurt either. Good luck!
2006-11-22 00:34:00 · answer #4 · answered by tarantula_chikee 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she is a rescue dog you are dealing with a lot of unknowns.
The best thing to do is seek the advice of a good behaviouralist. I recommend that you speak to your vet for a recommendation.
Do not just try anyone as they may make the matter worse
2006-11-22 00:14:52 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the kennels are probably the reason. i used to work for a vet, i was a vet tech. almost all dogs freak out while there. one vet i worked for used to kennel extra large dogs in medium size cages just to make $. i recomend a pet sitter. for my dog who likes to pull on me while walking, the halti gentle lead works best. he can not pull because the halti will turn the dogs head and if you stop walking the dog can't go.
2006-11-21 23:57:47 · answer #6 · answered by punkbun03 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ok i would slowly take her near another dog and if she seems to act like she is about to attack pull on her leash and say no firmly. I would keep doing this until you thing she's got the idea.
2006-11-22 00:03:37 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best thing you could do for your dog, yourself and the safety of others is get your dog in classes geared for aggresive dogs. They will teach you how to train your dog.
2006-11-21 23:44:44 · answer #8 · answered by Stick to Pet Rocks 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call the Dog Whisperer--he is awesome
2006-11-21 23:53:35 · answer #9 · answered by Sandy B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋